Injured or innocent spouse relief

[Ayesha_1027]

I have been divorced over a year.i recently recived letter that owe amount from year 2019.i never knew as ex husband health with it.we always filed jointly.I never worked in 2019 as I was stay home home. I have 3 kids with part time job and I do need refund.what form I can apply with my tax return so this liability remove and I get refund amount .please help. Can I do file the form with my tax return?

[Mike9241]

you file form 8857 which is separate and apart from your 2025 return - innocent spouse

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f8857.pdf 

i have provided a link to a webpage that has more info

https://www.insightlawfirm.com/blog/2025/01/do-i-qualify-for-innocent-spouse-relief/ 

see this IRS webpage for clarification of injured vs innocent spouse.

note that if this is a case of the balance of taxes due not being paid(rather than errors in the joint return), the IRS can pursue both parties. In this case it is not a DIY project. seek professional help.